MelanieFrancis Artist

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Timeless the Blue Pearl has more than a little Jewish overtone in its steep Médina street and hidden corners. Cool Rif riches indeed... #inspired_by_colour #creativeliving #traveltocreate #traditional_art #creativeprocessing #thisisafrica (at Chefchaouen, Morocco) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqZRRpKFjiw/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1fne8rv42sx74

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“The reality of the other person lies not in what He reveals to you but in what He cannot reveal to you. Therefore, if you would understand Him, listen not to what He says but rather to what He does not say.” Kahlil Gibran....so so good to remember for me that at any given time I only ever see part of the story and hear usually from my perspective- learning much here... #paintart #islamicartwork #moroccanstyle #traditionalartists #traditionalartwork #painterly #creativeprocess #moretoberevealed #individualstyle #myownworld #myownart #myownpath #myviewtoday #minetolearn #freedomtobe #thisisafrica#betosee #seeingisbelieving #activerecovery #betterforit #betterme #bestlifeproject (at Guleiz) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqW3YvtFTWT/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=17v41iksxjnpm

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Truly madly curiousness the path of the artist- the thinking partnership between the eye and the soul! #complexart #moretolove #moretoberevealed #slowliving_create #artandcrafts #couragetopaint #magicofart #positivecreaticity #silenceinart #traditionalart #islamicart #alchemyart #luxuria #lushcolours #processart #artistseye #artistsway #traveltocreate #thehonestcapture #thisisafrica #lightandcolor #islamicartwork #traditionalartwork #traditionalartists #moroccanstyle #paintart # (at Tangier, Morocco) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bof7kJxlkLQ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=mj605l2rtm6z

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Back to the long and winding pathway to creativity-at times almost fleeting the hours spent- if it’s the thing that you love- then it’s your thing. Rule 11 The quest for love changes us. There is no seeker among those who search for love who has not matured on the way. The moment you start looking for love, you start to change within and without. #slowliving_create #islamicarts #traditionalart #creativityforlife #processart #islamicart #creativelife #moroccanstyle #intentionsetting #tellthestory #lovetopaint #precious_art #artistic_today #collectivevision #honorthemoment #foodforthesoul #bestofart #moretoberevealed #visualstories #paints #colorlove #designed (at Tanger طنجة) https://www.instagram.com/p/BohH7R7lZ4a/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=pjm6udene4e6

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Blue skies all the way! There may be entrances, exits and the occasional brick wall or closed door but there’s always blue skies! “Instead of worrying about what you cannot control, shift your energy to what you can create.” Roy T. Bennett #traditionalarts #mindfulliving #traveltocreate #moretoberevealed #artisanal #creativeprocess #joyfulheart #creativelive #mindfulart #artforlife #creativesouls #moretoberevealed #mindfulart #capturemoments #artforlife #visualworld #traveltocreate #thecreatives #tocreate #thehonestlens #themindfulapproach #thenewtraditionalists #backtoreallife #seeingbeauty #thebeautifulones #seeandbeseen #livetoinspire #mindfulart #creativesimensions #visualize (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bplu4NRlUnh/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=auc4j66kolji

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According to the Koran fish are the symbol of eternal life- and though creatively designs thrive in the Souks of Marrakech - for me I miss the sea and love oceans of salty brine, the sound waves- nature’s eternal sense is a beautiful reminder here!💙 #traveltocreate #thehonestlens #traditionalarts #alifeofintention #makemoments #seekthesimplicity #thehonestlens #themindfulapproach #stillswithstories #thesweetlifeunscripted #handmadecrafts #oneofakindart #authentics #interiorart #lifewelltravelled #visualsoflife #alifewelltravelled #homeland #eyeheartandsoul #headandtheheart #islamicart #postitfortheasthetic #thelittlethingsmatter #details✨ #thehappynow #livethelittlethingsinlife #slowliving_ #artistseye #creativemoments #createmagic #cultured (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpoU90cFK3F/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=j51rm3tjwdcr

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Cooler days and clearer outlook- time flows serene and clear- change is in the air! “Because you are alive, everything is possible.” Thich Nhat Hanb People often ask me what it’s like to be an enthusiastic solo traveler, really being open to all it entails, what to think about! And yes being in touch with friends and loved ones really helps-and the journey is so well worth it-always happy so to share my experiences getting started! www.melaniefrancis.com #traveltocreate #moretoberevealed #creativeprocess #thehonestlens #themindfulapproach #seekthesimplicity #theartofslowing #thehappynow #visualsoflife #finditliveitloveit #joyfulheart #traditionalarts #makemoments #thesweetlifeunscripted #creating #artofliving (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BppUAW5FQy9/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=zxg9avc4ylmr

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Storms clouds at sunset- it’s a view like this in a life moment from my rooftop that reminds me of big big magic! and as Elizabeth Gilbert says: “The universe buries strange jewels deep within us all, and then stands back to see if we can find them.” #creativelive #moretoberevealed #joyfulheart #traditionalarts #sacredheart #thehonestlens #simplylife #authenticity #creativeprocess #postfortheaesthetic #theartofslowtravel #seekthepositive #thehappinessproject #livethelittlemoments #makemagic #creativemoments #artistseye (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpqyhAPlHeo/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1h2ebydpsufdc

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From being so in love with design I’m suddenly inspired by mosaics- not exactly unfaithfulness but a little flirtation maybe!🔥#traditionalarts #traveltocreate #mosaicart #creativelive #thehigh #thehonestlens #seetheworldwithme #finditliveit #authenticity #visualstyle #creativeeye #moretoberevealed #postitfortheaesthetic #themindfulapproach #thesweetlifeunscripted (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpsSlhJFe38/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=rw5a6q9pdy74

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Up on the roof above the street sounds- a breeze and snowy mountain backdrop- the sounds of doves and swallows- YES birds nest in my riad- in wall-lamps and lanterns, in the bamboo grove spilling over the neighboring walls- nature thrives in the Médina and I celebrate the beautiful connection as my home is open to the night stars and raindrops too. Hard to believe it’s November and I’m still enjoying open living- pushing the borders of freedom and change! “Let the beauty we love be what we do.” Rumi #creativeeye #moretoberevealed #authenticity #thehonestlens #thecreativenow #inspiredbynature #lifelesson #intheflow #lovebeinghere #themindfulapproach #postitfortheaesthetic #visualstyle #marrakechstyle (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BptsWZblR1y/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=m8c4xtxwdx2z

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Stairways and Doors - still so curious, so so symbolic. “Your great mistake is to act the drama as if you were alone. As if life were a progressive and cunning crime with no witness to the tiny hidden transgressions. To feel abandoned is to deny the intimacy of your surroundings. Surely, even you, at times, have felt the grand array; the swelling presence, and the chorus, crowding out your solo voice You must note the way the soap dish enables you, or the window latch grants you freedom. Alertness is the hidden discipline of familiarity. The stairs are your mentor of things to come, the doors have always been there to frighten you and invite you, and the tiny speaker in the phone is your dream-ladder to divinity. Put down the weight of your aloneness and ease into the conversation. The kettle is singing even as it pours you a drink, the cooking pots have left their arrogant aloofness and seen the good in you at last. All the birds and creatures of the world are unutterably themselves. Everything is waiting for you.” David Whyte from Everything is Waiting for You 2003 Many Rivers Press #davidwhyte #thesimplelife #visualarts #findingyourself #traveltosee #thehonestlens #lettinggo #authenticity #creativemindset #visualarts #makenoremagic #traditionalart #creativeprocess #moretoberevealed #keepitreal #themindfulapproach #oneofakindpieces #exploreandcreate #craftmanship #powerofobservation #thecreativeaffair #thecreativeprocess #livingartist #creativeintentions (at Guleiz) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqUDi7eFKKr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=66p6v4pz2o8c

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~beautiful hand carved pillars in this country of artisans and craftsmanship- so much inspiration! “The world always seems brighter when you’ve just made something that wasn’t there before.” Neil Gaiman #themindfulapproach #postitfortheaesthetic #moretoberevealed #creativeeye #visualstyle #manifestcreativity #makemagic #onwardsandupwards (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpulVXMlO4n/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1tw15lxhr68cc

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~beautiful hand carved pillars in this country of artisans and craftsmanship- so much inspiration! “The world always seems brighter when you’ve just made something that wasn’t there before.” Neil Gaiman #themindfulapproach #postitfortheaesthetic #moretoberevealed #creativeeye #visualstyle #manifestcreativity #makemagic #onwardsandupwards (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpulVXMlO4n/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=6n076ejv3sya

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Light- the desert where it comes from, how it changes with the seasons , and it’s winter coolness changing ever. Can hardly believe I’ve been here nearly a year- what a life changing experience it has been! #manifestcreativity #moretoberevealed #postitfortheaesthetic #themindfulapproach #creativeelements #creativelive #creating #inspired_by_colour #inspirationdaily #marrakechinspired #lightandlove #shadowandlight #onwardsandupwards #creativeenergy #thesweetlifeunscripted #stillhere #swithstories #seekthesimplicity #authenticity #slowliving (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpwsPd_FB2Q/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=zbu976c8ei31

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Ladies of Africa- the Maghreb is a fascinating cultural crossroad for all of Africa! And yes these elegant ladies from southern lands are bold big and beautiful! “Beauty is power; a smile is its sword” John Ray #moretoberevealed #postitfortheaesthetic #manifestcreativity #themindfulapproach #onwardsandupwards #imaginativebeauty #authentique #creativelive #creativehappylife #simplejoys #artforartssake #paintlife #creativepower #makemomentshappen #thesweetlifeunscripted #thehonestlens #makemoreart #bepresentinthemoment #happyandgrateful #thehappynow #happyandblessed (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpyofQIF_Wf/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1g3g9sh7z25ia

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Templates for Islami and geometric designs, just some supplies at my neighborhood store!! some benefits of living in this fascinating UNESCO Médina, founded 1070-72! Everything here inspires and enhances my creative journey! love it!! In a few generations I’m not sure these kind of artisans will be here- there is nowhere else quite like the Kingdom of Morocco with such unique diversity. 💜💜 “You can’t use up Creativity- the more you use the more you have” Maya Angelou - Wondering if this works for the love too! 💜 #traditionalart #islamicart #traditionaldesign #ancientart #simplejoys #paintlife #creativelive #artforartssake #medinalife #thehonestlens #authenticlife #traditionalcrafts #simplepleasure #creativemornings #slowliving_create #traveltocreate #postitforaesthetic #oneofakindart #creativeprocess #traditionalart #creativespace #makemoremagic #themindfulapproach #thisisafrica (at Souk Medina Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpzZf-Tlkg6/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=t43eislxi54f

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Templates for Islami and geometric designs, just some supplies at my neighborhood store!! some benefits of living in this fascinating UNESCO Médina, founded 1070-72! Everything here inspires and enhances my creative journey! love it!! In a few generations I’m not sure these kind of artisans will be here- there is nowhere else quite like the Kingdom of Morocco with such unique diversity. 💜💜 “You can’t use up Creativity- the more you use the more you have” Maya Angelou - Wondering if this works for the love too! 💜 #traditionalart #islamicart #traditionaldesign #ancientart #simplejoys #paintlife #creativelive #artforartssake #medinalife #thehonestlens #authenticlife #traditionalcrafts #simplepleasure #creativemornings #slowliving_create #traveltocreate #postitforaesthetic #oneofakindart #creativeprocess #traditionalart #creativespace #makemoremagic #themindfulapproach #thisisafrica (at Souk Medina Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpzZf-Tlkg6/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ieoqp6k49pmq